AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGlobal Outlook: World growth is forecast to slow to 2.6% in 2026 as the Middle East crisis weighs on activity. Canada: The economy shed 68,000 jobs in September, adding to concerns over consumer confidence. Energy Policy: The EU has begun discussions on taxing energy companies’ windfall profits, a move that could reshape returns across the sector. Malaysia: Budget 2027 measures aim to draw investment into high-value industries, with a proposed 5% tax rate for qualifying global services hubs for up to 30 years. UK Business: Marks & Spencer chief Stuart Machin urged the government to reverse recent tax and cost pressures, arguing they are hurting businesses and growth. Corporate Deals: Gran Tierra shareholders approved the roughly US$1.33 billion sale of its Colombian and Ecuadorian operations, with the company expecting to emerge debt-free.
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